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Gambhir blasts critics after India's bowling collapse

Gambhir blasts critics after India's bowling collapse

Rediff.com25 Jun 2025

Barring Jasprit Bumrah, who got five wickets in England's first innings, none of the other bowlers looked penetrative as the hosts chased down a target of 371 with minimum fuss.

Predictable Jadeja: Master at Home, Middling Abroad?

Predictable Jadeja: Master at Home, Middling Abroad?

Rediff.com1 Jul 2025

Technique and natural pace may me Jadeja's undoing in England

Top order lacked fight: Ganguly on Lord's loss

Top order lacked fight: Ganguly on Lord's loss

Rediff.com15 Jul 2025

Ganguly said had the top-order batter applied a bit better, the result would have ben different.

'A star is born'

'A star is born'

Rediff.com29 Jul 2025

'She is now a role model for the upcoming young generation. And I am sure that this victory will definitely motivate and inspire the Indian women, and those who are coming up.'

What sets Priyansh apart? His former coach reveals

What sets Priyansh apart? His former coach reveals

Rediff.com9 Apr 2025

Former India spinner and Delhi coach Sarandeep Singh has called young batter Priyansh Arya "one of the country's most talented players right now" and said his ability to score briskly through proper cricketing shots sets him apart.

'He deserves to be the most expensive player in IPL'

'He deserves to be the most expensive player in IPL'

Rediff.com7 May 2025

Although Mumbai lost the game by three wickets -- Bumrah's efforts stood out as a beacon of brilliance.

Cousin In Tears As Mumbai Teen Makes CSK Debut

Cousin In Tears As Mumbai Teen Makes CSK Debut

Rediff.com21 Apr 2025

Although in the opposition camp, Mhatre was not short of support during his eye-catching knock. His band of cousins were spotted celebrating his boundaries, with one of them driven to tears of joy.

Need of the hour for Rahul -- arrest inconsistencies

Need of the hour for Rahul -- arrest inconsistencies

Rediff.com9 Jun 2025

It is now-or-never for the now senior-most superstar batter to produce an all-timer series that justifies his talent.

'Off The Field Kohli Is Very Chilled Out'

'Off The Field Kohli Is Very Chilled Out'

Rediff.com16 May 2025

'The 2018 series win in Australia stands out in his captaincy.'

Harvinder Singh: Coach Behind Ashwani Kumar's Rise

Harvinder Singh: Coach Behind Ashwani Kumar's Rise

Rediff.com3 Apr 2025

Harvinder Singh was one of India's most promising pacers in the 1990s having played three Tests and 16 ODIs.

Ashwin-Jadeja: The 'Tango and Cash' of Indian cricket

Ashwin-Jadeja: The 'Tango and Cash' of Indian cricket

Rediff.com20 Sep 2024

'Hunting in pairs' is an often-used maxim about fast bowlers, but Ravichandran Ashwin and Ravindra Jadeja have given a new spin to it, consistently troubling the opposition in more ways than one.

'Virat, Rohit massive losses, but India have...'

'Virat, Rohit massive losses, but India have...'

Rediff.com18 Jun 2025

England pacer Brydon Carse is expecting the transitioning Indian team to put up a strong fight in the five-match Test series despite the recent retirement of Virat Kohli and Rohit Sharma, thanks to their "huge depth".

'Make Kohli Captain For England Tour!'

'Make Kohli Captain For England Tour!'

Rediff.com12 May 2025

'I would give the captaincy to Virat for the Test series in England... Shubman Gill can be his VC for the tour.'

Indian team to get new spin bowling coach

Indian team to get new spin bowling coach

Rediff.com28 Mar 2025

The coach also needs to be technically savvy with knowledge of biomechanics and ability to decipher the data stored in GPS devices.

Tendulkar, Lara, Buttler: Greats who struggled as captains!

Tendulkar, Lara, Buttler: Greats who struggled as captains!

Rediff.com1 Mar 2025

Jos Buttler joins greats Sachin Tendulkar and Brian Lara as players who failed to translate their many individual triumphs into success as captains.

'Bumrah Or Rahul Should Captain India'

'Bumrah Or Rahul Should Captain India'

Rediff.com23 May 2025

'At this stage, I want a senior cricketer to take up the captaincy and see the Indian team through this transition phase.'

SA20 head Smith eager to learn from IPL's success

SA20 head Smith eager to learn from IPL's success

Rediff.com7 Feb 2025

Smith couldn't hide his emotions while recalling their work in the early days that paved the way for the entry of six IPL franchises in the league.

Sanju Samson Is Royals' Biggest Asset

Sanju Samson Is Royals' Biggest Asset

Rediff.com20 Mar 2025

In a league defined by change, Sanju Samson's steadfast presence offers a sense of stability and a genuine chance for the Royals to finally reclaim their long-awaited title

From Struggle to Sparkle: Padikkal's Gritty Comeback

From Struggle to Sparkle: Padikkal's Gritty Comeback

Rediff.com22 Apr 2025

Padikkal's innings against Punjab Kings wasn't just a return to form -- it was a powerful reminder of his talent, timing, and temperament.

Will Bumrah play 5 Tests in England? Gambhir replies

Will Bumrah play 5 Tests in England? Gambhir replies

Rediff.com5 Jun 2025

Difficult to replace Bumrah but we have enough quality in squad for England tour: Gambhir

Pak coach keeps faith in his talented bunch

Pak coach keeps faith in his talented bunch

Rediff.com18 Dec 2023

Without bigger contributions from their senior players -- Masood and Babar Azam among them -- Pakistan may struggle to prevent the losing streak from stretching to 16 in Melbourne, for all of Hafeez's fighting words.

Basit Ali's take sparks PSL vs IPL debate again

Basit Ali's take sparks PSL vs IPL debate again

Rediff.com22 Apr 2025

Basit's unfiltered endorsement of the IPL -- despite the inevitable backlash -- adds weight to a conversation many shy away from.

When A Draw Is A Win! Life Lessons From Team India

When A Draw Is A Win! Life Lessons From Team India

Rediff.com6 Aug 2025

The India vs England Test series 2025 wasn't just cricket -- it was grit, growth and glory wrapped in whites.

Joe Root eyes Tendulkar's record and Ashes glory

Joe Root eyes Tendulkar's record and Ashes glory

Rediff.com18 Jun 2025

Joe Root gears up for an action-packed year of Test cricket featuring home series against India and an away Ashes series against Australia

'Absolutely insane!': Tendulkar, Lara hail Vaibhav's historic ton

'Absolutely insane!': Tendulkar, Lara hail Vaibhav's historic ton

Rediff.com29 Apr 2025

14-year-old Vaibhav Suryavanshi became the youngest centurion in T20 cricket as he fired Rajasthan Royals to an emphatic eight-wicket victory over Gujarat Titans.

'Vaibhav has two options: Gill Highway & Shaw Bylane'

'Vaibhav has two options: Gill Highway & Shaw Bylane'

Rediff.com29 Apr 2025

Bihar Cricket Association president Rakesh Tiwary, along with the Royals management, Dravid, and Vaibhav's father Sanjiv, are trying to create a safety net around the teenager, whose life has changed after becoming the youngest ever centurion in IPL's history.

Shamsi opts out of CSA central contract to pursue T20 franchise cricket

Shamsi opts out of CSA central contract to pursue T20 franchise cricket

Rediff.com3 Oct 2024

West Indies award 9 cricketers historic multi-year contracts across men's, women's teams

Will Rohit give in to the Chakravarthy temptation?

Will Rohit give in to the Chakravarthy temptation?

Rediff.com3 Mar 2025

'Certain formats require a certain skill set and whenever we look at these kinds of players, if the talent is there, then you don't want to shy away from blooding them.'

'Hazlewood prioritising IPL raised eyebrows'

'Hazlewood prioritising IPL raised eyebrows'

Rediff.com15 Jun 2025

Taking aim at senior players like Mitchell Starc, Josh Hazlewood, captain Pat Cummins and Nathan Lyon, among others, he said that if their aim was to prolong their send-offs till after the Ashes, it was a wrong mindset.

ECB Retiring Pataudi Trophy? Sharmila Reacts....

ECB Retiring Pataudi Trophy? Sharmila Reacts....

Rediff.com2 Apr 2025

'If the BCCI wants to or does not want to remember Tiger's legacy, it is for them to decide.'

'He is one of the finds this IPL season'

'He is one of the finds this IPL season'

Rediff.com25 Apr 2025

'He is a very good talent. I am sure that in the coming years, he would represent the country.'

ICC may tweak two-ball rule in ODIs

ICC may tweak two-ball rule in ODIs

Rediff.com14 Apr 2025

Format-change for U19 men's World Cup

Bihar cricket: Factionalism rears ugly head again

Bihar cricket: Factionalism rears ugly head again

Rediff.com6 Jan 2024

Factionalism is nothing new to Bihar cricket and the ugly infighting that has been running well over two decades has robbed the state of some notable talents, besides attracting the ire of the BCCI.

Punjab Kings peaking at the right time?

Punjab Kings peaking at the right time?

Rediff.com3 May 2025

Punjab Kings assistant coach Brad Haddin says the team is aiming for steady improvement as the IPL playoffs approach, highlighting the positive contributions of their young players and the bowlers' strong execution despite the Impact Player rule.

From Wankhede outsider to stand named after him...

From Wankhede outsider to stand named after him...

Rediff.com18 Apr 2025

India captain Rohit Sharma has spoken about his journey from being a young player who would stand outside the Wankhede Stadium to catch a glimpse of Mumbai Ranji Trophy stars, to having a stand named after him at the iconic venue.

'Gill will rule cricket in the coming years'

'Gill will rule cricket in the coming years'

Rediff.com6 Dec 2023

'Gill is the most talented batter in this new generation.'

England's secret weapon revealed for India Tests

England's secret weapon revealed for India Tests

Rediff.com12 Jun 2025

Ahead of England's five-match Test series against India at home, head coach Brendon McCullum hailed young all-rounder Jacob Bethell

How mind coach helped Karun stay afloat after snub

How mind coach helped Karun stay afloat after snub

Rediff.com28 May 2025

Back from brink: Mind coach recalls gritty Karun's fight to stay afloat after Test snub in 2018

IPL2023: Opportunity for Bharat to showcase his talent

IPL2023: Opportunity for Bharat to showcase his talent

Rediff.com30 Mar 2023

Bharat was drafted into the Test XI after the flamboyant Rishabh Pant was unavailable after being injured in a horrific road mishap late last year.

How Gambhir Boosted Akash Deep's Belief

How Gambhir Boosted Akash Deep's Belief

Rediff.com7 Jul 2025

'When your coach is backing you so strongly, it builds inner belief -- and that showed on the field.'